Chuck Todd is leaving NBC News after an 18-year tenure, having stepped down as moderator of Meet the Press in September 2023. Since leaving NBC in January 2025, he has embarked on a new chapter as a media entrepreneur. Todd has launched a podcast and YouTube channel called The Chuck ToddCast and plans to build a podcast and video network focused on politics and culture. He is also working with a financial advisor to create or acquire a company dedicated to community and local news, aiming to address the decline of local journalism and its impact on U.S. politics. Todd envisions a network of community-owned local news sites with a focus on local youth sports, reflecting his belief that local news is crucial for civic engagement. For now, he is fully embracing his role as a podcaster and media entrepreneur
. In summary, Chuck Todd is moving away from traditional television journalism at NBC to focus on digital media entrepreneurship, podcasting, and revitalizing local news
